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Which celestial bodies primarily cause tides?

  • The Sun and the Earth
  • The Earth and the Moon
  • The Moon and the Earth (correct)
  • The Sun and the Moon
  • What can tide tables/charts be used for?

  • Measuring the atmospheric pressure
  • Calculating the shape of the coastline
  • Determining the alignment of the Sun and Moon
  • Predicting the times and tidal range (correct)
  • What factors influence tide predictions?

  • All of the above (correct)
  • Wind and atmospheric pressure
  • The alignment of the Sun and Moon
  • The shape of the coastline
  • What is the most common type of tides experienced by many shorelines?

    <p>Semi-diurnal tides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    On what timescales do tides vary?

    <p>Hours to days</p> Signup and view all the answers

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